Marie Sherlock
Ceist:237. Deputy Marie Sherlock asked the Minister for Education and Youth the timeframe for when the contract for the completion of a project (details supplied) in Dublin 1 will go out to tender. [56389/25]
Amharc ar fhreagraThursday, 16 October 2025
Ceisteanna (237, 238)
Marie Sherlock
Ceist:238. Deputy Marie Sherlock asked the Minister for Education and Youth when she expects a school building project (details supplied) in Dublin 1 to be complete. [56390/25]
Amharc ar fhreagraFreagraí scríofa
I propose to take Questions Nos. 237 and 238 together.
The large scale capital project for the school to which the Deputy refers is included in my Department's construction programme which will be delivered under the National Development Plan (NDP) as part of Project Ireland 2040 Framework.
A number of issues arose on site from the outset, which is not unusual given the nature of a brownfield city centre site, but has led to delay. In response to these issues on site, my Department sanctioned the appointment of a Project Manager who engaged with the Design Team and Contractor to minimise delays and ensure clear lines of communication.
Good progress was initially made but the issues intensified. My Department had ongoing engagement with the Design Team and Contractor to resolve the issues.
A notice of termination was issued under the contract on 1 July 2025. As an interim measure, my Department is providing accommodation more suitable to the current needs of the school in nearby Cathal Brugha St. Some small scale refurbishment works will provide a good interim accommodation solution for the school and includes teaching and learning spaces for all of the classes, education support and sensory spaces, adequate meeting and office spaces, a staff room, a communal area and access to a safe outdoor space for the students. It is anticipated these works will complete in November 2025, following which the school will move into this premises.
Question No. 238 answered with Question No. 237.